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How to check your SASSA application ID: A quick guide
SASSA provides students in need of financial aid during their tertiary education. Knowing your SASSA application ID assists in a smooth, quick, process.
Pensioners left in limbo as SASSA suspends July grant payments, South Africans furious with decision
SASSA's decision to suspend payments to some pensioners without any communication has infuriated many, as the criticised the agency over the decision.
SASSA cracks down on illegal lending after Duduza robbery involving stolen grant cards
A robbery and murder in Duduza has unearthed a dangerous trend of illegal lending. A murdered man was found in possession of SASSA cards he used as collateral.
Social Development requests extension of SRD grant, SA says government should create jobs instead
The Department of Social Development wants the SRD grant to be extended beyond March 2026, but many South Africans think the government should create jobs instead.
SASSA payments for KwaZulu-Natal residents to be delayed, SA worried
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) announced that 180,000 SASSA grant recipients will not receive their grants due to non-compliance.
Over 40% of South Africans receive a social grant, Mzansi says foreigners are benefitting as well
A survey by Stats SA showed that over 40% of individuals in the country received a social grant, but South Africans argued that foreigners also received it.
Petition made for old age grant to increase to R5,000, SA suggests how funds can be made available
The Department of Social Department has rejected a petition for the old age grant to be increased to R5,000, but South Africans suggested how it could be done.
Current gold SASSA cards to continue working until 31 May
The CEO of Postbank, Nikki Mbengashe, said Postbank has given SASSA grant recipients until 31 May to switch from using gold cards to the new black card.
11 Accused of defrauding SASSA to remain behind bars, SA celebrates
The 11 accused of defrauding the South African Social Services Agency have been remanded in jail after their bail hearing was postponed to 10 June.
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